Map of the Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach Walk
*Courtesy of The Sydney Visitor
Whether you're a tourist or a Sydney-sider, one thing you can't miss out on is the Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach walk or Coast walk. It is regarded as one of the hidden gems of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and Sydney tourism. The world famous Bondi Beach is known for both its history and controversy. The name comes from the aboriginal word "Boondi" meaning water breaking over rocks or noise of water breaking over rocks. After WWII, this beach was known for the Aub Laidlaw ordinance against the new two-piece bikini bathing suit where officials were required to measure at least 4 inches of clothing. Later in the 80s, topless sunbathing became very popular as well. Today, it is the postcard picture of Sydney tourism.
After four months of living in Sydney, Dave and I finally made our way down to Bondi (30 minutes from Darlinghurst by bus) to begin our walk about. The Bondi to Coogee walk is approximately 6km and takes about 2 hours. From Bondi, you'll pass Bondi Beach, Tamarama Beach, Bronte Beach, Waverley Cemetery, Clovelly and Coogee Beach. Along the way, you'll walk along sidewalk paths, staircases, see parks, play areas, beaches and even aboriginal rock carvings.
On a sunny Sunday afternoon, we embarked on the walk, ate lunch in Coogee and walked all the way back to Bondi Junction (the town of Bondi Beach). Yes, that's over 12km! Although we wore the wrong clothing for a day in the 30s Celsius and walked double the length, we got to get out of the city and enjoy some breath-taking views. If you ever come to visit me, we will definitely do this for an afternoon. Highly recommended!
The Path From Bondi Junction Down to the Bondi to Coogee Walk Trail
Leaving Bondi and Entering Tamarama
Father and Son Overlooking the Ocean and the Sidewalk Path
Bronte Beach and Waverley Cemetery
Rock Sun Bathers and Lawn Bowling in Clovelly
The Bay Before Coogee Beach and Entering Coogee Beach
Curb Your Dog
I Expected Aussies to Have a Cooler Term for 'Poo'
Waverley Cemetary and Beach Volleyball at Coogee Beach
Panoramic Shot of Coogee Beach
Panoramic Shot of Bondi Beach
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